Sociological Approaches to News Selection 0.0 / 5 ? SociologyMass MediaA2/A-levelAQA Created by: LDOakesCreated on: 14-06-22 10:03 What do neo-pluralists think of journalists? They see journalists as objective impartial pursuers of the truth. However they acknowledge how difficult this has now become. 1 of 7 Who uses the term 'churnalism'? Davies (2008) argues jounralists fail their basic function of checking facts because of 24-hour news coverage. 2 of 7 Who do Marxists believe influences news content? Owners 3 of 7 How do Marxists argue owners promote their own political agenda? Owners directly instruct broadcasters and journalists on what can and cannot be covered. 4 of 7 What do neo-marxists use to explain biased news? The social background of media professionals explains how news is presented and gathered (GUMG). 5 of 7 How are most journalists socialised? Middle class families and education systems, shielding them from all of society's flaws. 6 of 7 Why would middle class journalists side with the rich and powerful? They have more in common with them. Bias is just a by-product of middle class journalism, not intentional as Marxists argue. 7 of 7
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